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Expert Note

The power and speed are apparently gone for Pedroia at this stage in the career, but he was playing through an injury. With that said, he will miss the start of the year on the DL. When he returns, expect a batting average up near .300, plenty of runs and not much else.

Player News

Dustin Pedroia hit outside Wednesday for the first time since his October knee surgery.
Pedroia is making steady progress, but the big test will be running and fielding and he isn't to that point yet.

Fantasy Impact

Pedroia is looking to return to the Red Sox in mid-May. The 34-year-old second baseman is no longer a must-own in fantasy as Pedroia struggles to stay healthy and the Red Sox will be monitoring how many games he plays this year to have him ready for possible postseason action.